Forest birding habitat

Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestLakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 288 species recorded on eBird. This forest and lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, and American Wigeon among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

7/15/2026Shallow Ford Road Area21 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/15/2026Shallow Ford Road Area1 observed

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

7/13/2026Sherrill Park (Mill Creek), Salado2 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/10/2026Bell Co.--Witter Lane3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

17/13/2026

White-winged Dove

17/13/2026

Mourning Dove

27/13/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/13/2026

Black Vulture

17/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/13/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

17/13/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/13/2026

Barn Swallow

67/13/2026

Cliff Swallow

27/13/2026

Bewick's Wren

17/13/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/13/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/13/2026

Blue Grosbeak

17/13/2026

Painted Bunting

67/13/2026

Dickcissel

17/13/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area include Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove. The area supports forest, lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area?
Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.